Big Juicy Burger

5 from 3 votes

Host the best backyard barbecue ever or simply indulge in a weekend treat with your family with this big juicy burger recipe.Juicy burger meat with melted cheese and topped with your favorite burger topping, get ready to open your mouth big.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Diet: Halal

Servings: Burger Sandwiches

Calories: 835kcal

Author: Amira

Ingredients

For the hamburger patties:

1 pound ground beef 80% lean is preferable.
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ - ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

For the sandwiches:

1 Tablespoon oil
2 lightly toasted burger buns or brioche buns
2 cheese slices
Your favorite burger condiment we love this Big Mac sauce
Red onion slices tomatoes, lettuce, pickles

Instructions

In a big bowl combine patties ingredients and divide in half.
Shape each half into a 10-12 inch disc.
With your fingers make a dent in the middle of the burger.
Heat oil in a heavy bottomed skillet or grilling pan over high heat until it starts smoking.
Place burgers and cook until browned and forms a crunchy crust, about 3-4 minutes.
Turn using a spatula and cook on the other side until it reaches your desired doneness.
Top each with a slice of cheese in the last minute of cooking.
Build your own sandwich with burger patties, condiment and fresh vegetables and pickles

Notes

Using ground beef with higher percentage of fat is the key to a delicious tasty burger and not the spices used. Choose a 20% or higher fat content.
I know that burgers only need salt and pepper but it is the Middle eastern girl in me that denies that. So feel free to skip other spices used, it is just how it fits our taste buds.
Some people add paprika, ground nutmeg, cinnamon and other ingredients too.
Start with the basic and play with the spices, it is really up to you.
Keep the meat cold in the fridge until you are ready to use it,
Do not overwork, press or squeeze while shaping your burgers as this will create a dense burger.
Making a dimple/dent in the middle of the patties makes them cook evenly.
Do not press on burgers while grilling.
I know it is hard but try to let the patties rest for five minutes before serving.
Burger Cooking temperature:
- The recommended safe ground beef temperature is 160F, however some people do not like to go that high so their burgers do not end up chewy and firm. Here are the recommended temperature for each doneness level.
  - Rare: temperature between 120-125F, usually needs about 4-5 minutes.
  - Medium Rare: temperature between 130-135F, usually needs about 6 minutes.
  - Medium: temperature between 140-145F, usually needs about 7-8 minutes.
  - Medium Well: temperature between 150-155F, usually needs about 9 minutes.
  - Well Done: temperature between 160-165F, usually needs about 10 minutes.
Storage:
- Cooked patties can last in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  Make ahead:
- Store shaped patties tightly covered in the refrigerator for one to two days or freeze for up to 4 months. Make sure to individually wrap your patties or separate them by parchment paper so they will not stick together.
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